Youth Soccer Tots Instructor

The Player Progression Academy•Washington, DC

6d•$30 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Player Progression Academy (PPA) is a premier sports organization in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Our mission is to create great experiences and holistic development through sports. PPA offers athletic programs for players aged 2 - 18 with a focus on helping each player achieve athletic excellence, build a dynamic social network, and learn to apply the principles of sport into healthy lifestyle habits that can be carried through life. We are respected for having a highly decorated staff of coaches and professionals who apply passion, creativity, and excitement to our programs. PPA is seeking instructors to lead our Sunday Kiddoball program. Kiddoball is PPA’s introductory soccer program designed specifically for preschoolers and early kindergartners (ages 2.5–5). It's a fun, play-based environment where kids learn soccer fundamentals through games, imaginative play, and positive coaching. If you have a passion for coaching youth sports and are in the Washington, D.C. metro area, then apply now! ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO THE DC/MD AREA THIS JOB REQUIRES IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE TO PROGRAMMING IN WASHINGTON, DC, AND/OR BETHESDA, MD. If you will be relocating to this area, please note that in your application, to ensure you are not overlooked based on location. At The Player Progression Academy (PPA), we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all athletes, coaches, and staff members. We actively promote fairness, respect, and equal opportunities, and we celebrate the unique backgrounds and perspectives that each individual brings. Join us in creating a positive and inclusive future in youth sports. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. The Player Progression Academy (PPA) is a premier sports organization in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Our mission is to create great experiences and holistic development through sports. PPA is strategically designed to maximize each player’s individual technical and tactical understanding of the game, through creating a competitive and enriched environment. We are respected for having a highly decorated staff of coaches and professionals who apply passion, creativity, and excitement to our programs. The PPA is continually looking to add creative, determined, active, fun, and ambitious people to its team. The most important element to our success is having a team of people who believe in our mission and understand the PPALife. If you have a passion to coach youth sports and are in the Washington, D.C. metro area then apply within!

Requirements

ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO THE DC/MD AREA
Someone who loves working with, and has experience working with young children (teaching, coaching, childcare, etc.)
Someone who can communicate clearly and positively with classroom management skills
Someone who will follow the PPA coaching principles - be prepared, be a teacher, be patient and positive.
Someone who will coach in a manner that is energetic, fun, active, and that creates a memorable and rewarding experience for our young athletes.
Someone who will communicate effectively with other PPA Staff and correspond kindly, timely and effectively with parents.
Someone who will be a team player and not hesitate to help out where needed throughout the season.

Responsibilities

Lead engaging, high energy, Youth Soccer Tots Sessions for kids ages 2.5 to 5 years old, on Sundays: 4/12, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/31, 6/7, from 9:00 am-12:00 pm in the NW DC/Bethesda area.
Be energetic, patient, and confident in leading groups of preschool aged kids
Provide strong and clear communication with parents and kids
Use ‘Kiddoball’ (PPA’s tots soccer program) curriculum during sessions
Work collaboratively with other PPA coaches and assistant coaches during sessions
Set Up and Breakdown Equipment